Business Title: Senior Associate, Federal Program Analysis Requisition Number: 83616 – 8 Function: Advisory Area of Interest: State: CA City: Los Angeles Description: The KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we don’t anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you’re looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate to join our Federal Advisory practice. Responsibilities: * Support development and delivery of advisory services to clients, primarily with services related to information advantage.
* Translate advanced business analytics problems into technical approaches and solutions that yield actionable recommendations for deployment within the information domain (including social and digital media, advertising platforms, search engines, and other communication fora).
* Lead and support the development of communication plans and strategies, including theories of change and monitoring and evaluation plans.
* Conduct information environment analysis, including target audience analysis and impact assessment.
* Produce technical analysis in support of information advantage objectives, including social network analysis, sentiment analysis, statistical analysis, narrative resonance, identification of coordinated or inauthentic activity, and forecasting.
* Develop content for and design client-ready deliverables including bespoke analytic reports, PowerPoint decks, and other data visualizations.
* Responsible for providing guidance to clients with up to C-level client interactions
* Develop and maintain client relationships
* Assist with business development activities such as proposal development and other pursuit activities
Qualifications: * A minimum of three years of relevant work experience related to program or business analysis consulting; U.S. Federal government consulting experience preferred
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, Advertising, Data Analytics, Information Sciences or a related discipline from an accredited college/university; MBA or advanced degree from an accredited college/university preferred; Data Science certifications a plus
* Demonstrated experience with information environment analysis, including target audience analysis, cognitive targeting, communication planning, and impact assessment.
* Operational experience in information operations, marketing and advertising, strategic communication, or countering disinformation.
* Strong understanding of social, digital and traditional media; Internet usage trends and search engine optimization; social network analysis, sentiment analysis, and narrative resonance. Data visualization, statistical analysis, predictive analytics, modeling, and forecasting capabilities preferred. Familiarity with artificial intelligence, machine learning, or public opinion polling a plus.
* Ability to interact effectively with various levels within the organization
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to obtain a U.S. Federal government security clearance within a reasonable period of time, which requires U.S.citizenship
KPMG LLP (the U.S. member firm of KPMG International) offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an affirmative action-equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding the firm’s compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please. KPMG does not currently require partners or employees to be fully vaccinated or test negative for COVID-19 in order to go to KPMG offices, client sites or KPMG events, except when mandated by federal, state or local law. In some circumstances, clients also may require proof of vaccination or testing (e.g., to go to the client site).
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